Basel’s culture, elegance and rich history is much reflected in the city’s award-winning restaurants. Offering local and international cuisine in beautiful peaceful surroundings, Basel Shows will have little dificulty in discovering perfection in what concerns to luxury and romantic ambiance. If you’re strolling down Basel’s romantic and magical streets seeking for a romantic place to spend some sweet moments with your beloved one, here you have our suggestions for the most luxury and romantic restaurants in Basel. Enjoy!

Awarded 2 Michelin stars and 18 Gault Millau points, Cheval Blanc entices you on a journey of sun-kissed shapes and shades, tempting you with Mediterranean haute cuisine. The extensive wine list with over 800 positions holds an attractive selection of rare vintages and a large selection of wines from the Château Cheval Blanc, from where the restaurant gets its name. On fine summer days, the romantic terrace on the Rhine provides many moments to remember.

Enjoy a birds eye view of Basel from the top floor of the Messeturm tower in this chic contemporary bar. Mingle with the hipster crowd on the dance floor, chill out on the luxurious lounges, or throw a private party that no-one will forget.

The beautifully located 14th century castle surrounded by water and nestled amidst a romantic park, is located southerly from Basel and has been tastefully refurbished in the last few years. In an unrivaled atmosphere we offer you stylish and private saloons and an exquisite restaurant with cozy garden terrace who invite you to enjoy a fine-dining cuisine awarded with 15 Gault Millau points.

Where time stops and charm of this traditional old postal office operates. The warm ambiance invites you to enjoy the happiness of the food in an intimate context in-house or on the summer garden with its century old trees. A special moment where you discover the talent of Chefs Marco & Laurent who are cooking for you with passion exceptional meals with seasonal and fresh products from the region. Anne Arbeit, the wine expert of the house will take care of you with giving you all advises you need to make the best complement to this exceptional meal.

For table reservations and further information call: 0033.3.89.81.52.81

The gourmet restaurant Bel Etage on the 1st floor of the Art Hotel has the intimate character of a salon and is devoted to self-indulgence. The four interconnecting rooms can accommodate up to 80 people. All rooms can also be closed off individually for use by smaller groups of up to 24 people. The daily changing offer includes à la carte dishes and different sizes of menu. A business lunch is offered at lunchtime. Each course is offered with an accompanying wine by the glass or a wine set combined with the menu.
In good weather, the Restaurant Bel Etage moves under the protective sun sail in the garden of the Gallery Hotel.

Dinner is served entirely in the dark, and guests are waited on by blind or partially sighted staff, who expertly guide them to table and ensure they are attended to throughout the evening. The aim is to encourage diners to use alternative senses: smell, hearing and touch to enjoy their culinary experience. Blindekuh Basel Sicht-Bar and event room are available for exclusive use, should the elite traveler wish to treat their guests to this unique experience in total VIP exclusivity.

For table reservations and further information call: 061 336 33 00

St. Alban-Eck

Located in a 750-year-old medieval building that still boasts the original oak door and stone settings, St. Alban-Eck is traditional Basel at its best. Carefully prepared under the watchful eye of Chef Mario Peters, the menu truly dazzles, with the signature Cheese Fondue the highlight of his fantastic selection. For the elite traveler, St. Alban-Eck offers the opportunity to dine in complete privacy in its exclusive first floor dining area. With a unique interior and incomparable service, St. Alban-Eck is the perfect place to taste history and fine dining in one mouthful.

For table reservations and further information call:+41 61 271 0320

Viva! Das Restaurant

This wonderful light-filled space is beautifully furnished and has a classy yet relaxed atmosphere. The menu uses regional products of the highest quality and delicately prepared to retain original flavors. Wild herbs and plants grown from the Viva! garden are imaginatively used by chef, Erik Schroeter, who oversees a kitchen dedicated to delivering dishes of the highest standard. During the summer months Viva! opens its summer terrace, where diners can enjoy superb dishes alfresco while waiters circulate with individual trolleys laden with drinks, canapés, cheeses and gourmet bites.